Abdi👼🏾

Thank you again @alexjmichael and the @christopherkane team. STYLING BY @adoniskentros 
HAIR BY @sarahjopalmer 
MAKE UP BY @vass_theotokis 
CASTING BY @establishmentny MODELS @jinrong4637 ,@ronda_bea ,

*****.DETAILS Throwback to my first fashion shoot 🤪 #fineartportraiture #portraiturephotographer #portraitsfashion #portraitbeautyandfashion #fashionstyleportrait #fashionportraiture #blackphotographers #blackartists #manchesterblackartist #manchesterblackphotographer #manchesterartist

Some more behind the scenes shots. @christopherkane @alexjmichael @jinrong4637 , @achan_diana , @ronda_bea , @jessica.armitage @establishmentny .

It was such an amazing experience to be able to showcase my work as part of the (Un) Defining Queer exhibition @whitworthart Thank you again to @dominicjamesbilton and @imogenholmesroe

HILAL, UNTITLED. (2023) I know it’s late but here it is. In this body of work, I aimed to challenge the conventional portrayal of queerness, which is often characterised by overt and conspicuous depictions. Rather than relying on these explicit elements, the photographs offer a glimpse into a more quiet and intimate narrative experienced by the sitters. I sought to craft a more understated and layered representation, acknowledging the constraints that prevent individuals from openly embracing and expressing there queerness freely. Through the unspoken moments captured and the understanding formed between the individuals, this collection alludes to something which can’t be said, and is private and quiet. This has lead to me think about what type of queerness has not yet been documented? Who has been left out of the queer art canon? Who gets to represent these individuals/communities? And what does it mean to document their existence. I aim to continue this project in the hopes of creating a Visual archive and record of the existence of queer people of colour.

We spoke to Abdi Ibrahim from our BA (Hons) Photography course at our 2023 Degree Show. Here is his advice for you if you’re considering a creative degree 🙌   “@abs062001 , a Manchester-based artist, explores the themes of representation and identity through a personal and intimate account of his lived experience. Through portraiture and documentary as his mediums, he presents with authenticity, reverence, and a profound sense of compassion the narratives of marginalised communities around him and himself.”   Incredibly touching and beautiful work 👏 Follow the link in our bio to watch the full interview with Abdi.   You can find out more about @mmu.photography and all our other undergraduate programmes through the link in our bio. If you are considering studying with us, we’d really recommend coming to visit. Follow the Open Day link in our bio ⚡️

ADNAN, May 2023

ADNAN, May 2023

The incredible @brontevisual

The beautiful @cassiaviiola

PART FIVE: Hargeisa, Somaliland 2023 #documentaryphotographer #blackandwhitephotography #blackphotographer #manchesterartist #manchesterblackartist #manchesterqueerartist #fujixseries #fujigfx50r

PART FOUR: Hargeisa, Somaliland 2023 #documentaryphotography #blackartists #blackandwhitephotography #fujigfx #fujigfx50r #manchesterartist #manchesterblackartist